Whatever rugged Antigua may lack in tropical scenery the island more than makes up for with what are some of the best watersports conditions found anywhere in the Caribbean, and 365 beaches ('one for each day of the year' say the Antiguans) to enjoy!
For many, the great bay of stunning English Harbour and historic Nelson's Dockyard (Britain's West Indies naval base now restored to its 18th century prime) will prove a magnet.
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Nelsons Dockyard & Shirley Heights
Took local taxi - asked for $25 each, negotiated $20, joined other passengers. 4 hour trip - Nelsons Dockyard is great, history, cafe, scenary and ships - stayed 50 mins. Visited other scenic areas including Shirley Heights - very enjoyable trip and great value compared to ship excursion.
Not long come back from the Carribbean where we had a wonderful time. One of the places that really stood out on the trip was Antigua. We booked our cruise to relax and that is what we loved about Antigua you could do as much or as little as you wanted. We chilled on 1 of the many lovley beaches, the sea was beautiful where we did a bit of snorkeling. We then had a look around the different shops and had some lovley lunch and cocktails. I defiantly recommed visiting this beautiful island.